Ultimate Guide to whats on in East Cheshire over the Summer Holidays

Five whole weeks to entertain the kids. To give a helping hand we have put together a guide of top places to go, activities and events in Cheshire to keep you busy throughout the summer holidays.

Journey's of the Imagination, Quarry Bank, All Summer.

Pack your bags for an adventure and discover the incredible journeys made by the people of Quarry Bank. On an interactive trail and with a host of exciting events all summer you can go on a journey into the past and your own imagination.Travel to India with Elizabeth Mary Greg as she follows her dream of being an explorer. Or hide from the mill overlookers with runaway apprentice William Tittensor, who ran away from life in the mill at least six times.

Free Summer Fun at IKEA Manchester

This summer head to IKEA Manchester for some great free fun. From activities in their Summer Garden to free crafts, a great colouring competition, free face painting and even a free party it is great place to keep the kids entertained. Plus don't forget IKEA Family Card members get free tea and coffee Monday to Friday.

Crocky Trail, 10% off Offer, Chester

The Crock Trail is a great place to visit over the summer holidays, with fun rides for all ages, amazing challenges and of course the trail which will have you scrambling over trees, braving bridges over the stream and lots more outdoor adventure.

Summer Holidays at Quarry Bank - Exploring With Elephants, 23rd July to 3rd August (weekdays)

Summer Activities at the Farm, Tatton Park 24th July to 24th August 2018

Summer activities filled with fun at the Farm! Learn more about Field to Fork and where your food comes from, meet our newly hatched chicks in the hatchery and meet our new arrivals in our daily farmyard facts. See the mill machines running, storytelling, milking and buttermaking and, not to be missed, the highlight of the day - sheep racing! CLOSED MONDAYS.

See here for times and more details

Summer Activities at Little Moreton Hall, 30 July – 2 September 2018.

How did the Tudors believe air and scent affected them? How did they think their body interacted with the environment around them? Bring your noses to join in some FREE smelly themed activities! (admission charges apply).

During the Industrial Revolution, lots of workers migrated north in search of work. Journey along the canal with 9 year old Rebekah Steevens and her family as they travel to Quarry Bank. Quarry Bank admission charges apply.

See here for details

Top Picks Things To Do around East Cheshire

Have a bug-filled adventure this summer as Martin Mere is taken over by six giant Bionic Bugs Meet a 6ft long dragonfly, 6ft wingspan butterfly, ant, grasshopper, 4ft buzzing bee, all brought to life with state of the art animatronics and sound effects. Plus you can Grab your free bug book when you arrive, and start your bug-tastic adventure, collecting stickers for doing eight activities.

Summer of Fun at Cockfields Farm

Cockfields Farm lots of fun in-store this summer. From meeting Willy Wonka, Oompa Lumpas, Buttercup the Unicorn, and a real T-Rex to a Really Wild Show, Scarecrow Festival, Princesses and Superheros and even an old fashioned Sports Day.

Plus there be all the usual fun on the farm including great animals in the animal barns such as pigs, llamas, alpacas, mere cats, reindeers and more. Indoor role play street, pedal tractor , bouncy pillow, swings, beach area, large play frame, daily activities and lots more.

Enjoy a day Out with Thomas, East Lancashire Railway, 4th and 5th August

This summer Thomas The Tank fans are in for a treat. This great event will give the chance to ride in carriages behind Thomas, meet the Fat Controller and friends, performances by Rusty and Dusty, Sodor's cheeky station sweepers, Thomas themed activities, magic shows, circus workshops and lots more.

Stockley Farm Summer Event, Northwich

Head to the farm for some great events with different themes each week. From school's out party , get hands on with Amazing Animals, Birds of Prey, Stockfest, explore the milking parlour at the Diary of Dary Farm and lots more.